ARM 36.16.105C. APPLICATION CONTENT - PUBLIC INTEREST

(1) In making a showing that the reservation is in the public interest, the application shall contain the following: (a) An analysis of the direct benefits and costs associated with applying reserved water to the proposed beneficial use. (b) A discussion of the indirect benefits and costs associated with applying water to beneficial use that considers the following: (i) effects on future economic activity; (ii) effects on the environment; (iii) effects on public health and safety; and (iv) the economic opportunity costs that the requested flow may have to parties other than the reservant. (c) A discussion of the effects of not granting the reservation, including a description of reasonable alternative actions that could be taken if the reservation is not granted. (d) Where the reservation would require withdrawal and transport for use outside the state, a discussion of: (i) whether the reserved water could otherwise be transported to alleviate water shortages within Montana; (ii) the demand on the available water supply in the state where the water will be applied to use; and (iii) the effect of the proposed out-of-state water use on the welfare of Montana citizens.